Does Body Art Lacks Employer Approval in the Workforce
Kenrick Hawthorne
American Intercontinental University
Mrs. Sharon Reid
Human Resource Management ? MGT 303
ABSTRACT
Most employees today are covered by this body art called tattoos and piercings which conflicts with job presentation and perception. Employers today also has to deal with protecting both the company and there employees. Tattoos have its misconceptions and carries stereotypes for the bearer who's characterized as rough, tough, or less educated. Can employees conceal body art that impinges the work environment? How can employers be prepared to accommodate employees with body art? How can religion, cultural beliefs, or practices affect an employers' judgment? Many employers today are prepared and some are just ill-equipped to the employee manual. Leaving a question of concern, when is it ok to reveal tattoos and/or body piercings in the workplace?
SUMMARY
Much of the information researched will answer the question, does body art lack employer approval? According to extensive research conducted, nearly all employers might not have a personal problem with body art, but, may be more concerned with customers' discernment and employees' perspicacity.
"Regardless of who the person may be, stereotypes associated with piercings and tattoos can affect others' perception of people with body art (Society for Human Resource Management, 2007)".
Having tattoos and body piercings might hurt those who are trying to find a job some say, but, that all depends on where the bearer seeks employment. A large amount of studies and surveys were carried out to determine how many employers have policies addressing formal and informal body piercing ...